Jan-Peter van Tijk

"I wish I'd found InterNations sooner: It would have made my first few month as an expat in London much less overwhelming."

Therese Yeboah

"For me, the InterNations events are the best part. I attend almost every get-together and always get to know lots of friendly fellow expats."

Enjoy living and working in Aberdeen

Are you an expat living in Aberdeen? You will surely come across many questions,
such as ʺWhat documents does the British aliens department require for a work
permit?”, ʺWhich diseases do I need to have my pet checked for before bringing it along to the UK?ʺ, or ”What can other expats recommend for
expat insurance providers in town?”

Looking for all of the information that is important for living and working in Aberdeen can
take you hours. However, by using our Aberdeen expat guide you can greatly simplify your
relocation to Aberdeen. Beginning with culture and sights top tips
about local organisations & companies - the guide deals with all the different facets of the
expat life in Aberdeen.

Top Articles in the Aberdeen Expat Guide

Relocating to Aberdeen means moving to a city that is crammed with history and culture, yet is nevertheless thriving with industry and cosmopolitan living. Read up on some useful information about this international city in Scotland in our guide on moving to Aberdeen!

The InterNations Expat Guide provides a useful insight into life in Aberdeen, the city with majestic landscapes, the deep blue sea, and an impressive cultural heritage. Read here tips and advice about education, safety, transportation in the Granite City of Scotland!

Working in Aberdeen certainly does offer expatriates a wealth of opportunity: many leading industries and its favorable position on the water make Aberdeen an attractive and lively business hub. Read in our guide some information and tips about the local economy and the job market!

Many expats dream of finding a job in the UK. Are you curious about which sectors have the most jobs for foreigners? Read our InterNations Guide on jobs in the UK for foreigners for information on this plus tips on how to find work and how to get your international qualifications recognized in the UK.

Much to the relief of the nation’s residents, crime in the UK is usually low key. As long as you adhere to a number of standard precautions, chances are you won’t see much in the way of crime in the UK. Still, crime and terrorism are frequent worries there. Our article tells you why.

UK dentists enjoy a good reputation, but you better not be on a budget. As we have already mentioned in other articles on the topic of healthcare in the UK, dentists do not offer their services free of charge. Instead, you have the choice between going to a private dentist and an NHS dentist.

There are lots of different banks in the UK offering lots of different services. Yet, opening an account in the UK can be challenging for expats. We provide you with an overview of the most popular banks, the services they offer, as well as tips on how to open a bank account.

For expats, owning or buying a car in the UK can pose new challenges, such as import restrictions, paperwork to register the car, or vehicle taxes. We have compiled a quick introduction to these topics, including some advice on buying, renting, and leasing a car in the UK.

This overview of UK visa regulations offers a clear introduction to UK visa requirements, along with details of the relevant authorities to contact for detailed information. It’ll help you kick off your expat life in the UK!

For a long time, British cuisine wasn’t romanticized like the food cultures in France or Italy. But thanks to the popularity of curry, celebrity chefs like Jamie Oliver, and an obsession with local ingredients, any mention of the new British food scene will now whet your appetite!

If you are planning to relocate to the UK, it will affect your personal finances. Don’t just think about short-term costs! It’s never too early to consider financial cushions or retirement planning. Our in-depth guide explains how social security, pensions, and other government benefits work in the UK.

Are you relocating to the United Kingdom with your children? Then you’ll probably need plenty of information on schools in the UK. Our detailed expatriate guide introduces you to the system of state education throughout the country, from primary schools to A-level exams.

Where you settle in the UK obviously depends on your reason for relocating. Most foreign residents, though, move to a handful of cities. We introduce some of these popular destinations and their neighborhoods below: from Greater London, over Manchester, and Leeds to Edinburgh.

Information for the Expat Life in Aberdeen

Are you looking for specific information, such as telecommunication providers in town or
a doctor speaking your native language in the UK? On top of our expat guide,
you will have access to our expat directory for Aberdeen, which provides you with a complete
catalogue of all expat-relevant locales and relocation services in Aberdeen. Moreover, you also can
take full advantage of our Aberdeen expat forum in order to look for tips and information from your
fellow expatriates.

Become part of InterNations Aberdeen and you’ll be warmly greeted with a
welcoming Hello from our expats living and working in
Aberdeen.

Jan-Peter van Tijk

"I wish I'd found InterNations sooner: It would have made my first few month as an expat in London much less overwhelming."

Therese Yeboah

"For me, the InterNations events are the best part. I attend almost every get-together and always get to know lots of friendly fellow expats."